in the 30's, and night lows through the wintertime for Delaware National Scenic River tend to be in the 10's. Delaware National Scenic River is a wet place that gets a great deal of precipitation; throughout the month of May you get the most rain around here, and February is when
it's the driest. Hiking is a popular thing to do around Delaware National Scenic River; Maple Brook Trail is a fine local trail, and during your journey here you'll meet some folks from Bushkill for sure.
Delaware National Scenic River is a popular destination for people rolling
up from Bushkill. Delaware National Scenic River is a brilliant place for a journey when you must spend some time in the great outdoors. That right there is lots already, but it carries on; Delaware National Scenic River has it all. After a long day outdoors Forest Motel is a pleasant
spot to spend a night or two.
You just can't envision the amount of outdoors enjoyable things the area right next door to Delaware National Scenic River has to offer. Get your heart beating on the magnificent whitewater of Hornbeck's Creek; a gorgeous lake like Lehman Lake
is a splendid place to explore. Raymondskill Creek is a magnificent whitewater spot close to Delaware National Scenic River, and the Bald Hill Trail offers hiking at its best.
In 1978, Congress designated the section of the Delaware River within Delaware Water Gap National
Recreation Area as part of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. The river flows 40 miles through the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and offers excellent opportunities for swimming, boating and fishing. CONTACTS
Email - dewa_interpretation@nps Fax- 570-588-2780 Write to
Middle Delaware National Scenic River
c/o Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
Bushkill, PA 18324 Phone
Headquarters - 570-588-2435
Visitor
Information - 570-588-2451
Headquarters(TDD) - 1-800-654-5984
TRAVEL BASICS
Operating Hours, Seasons
The Delaware River is open 24 hours a day, year-round, unless closed due to ice, flooding or other hazardous conditions. River accesses
and most facilities open dawn to dusk, 365 days of the year. Some facilities are closed in winter. Getting There
PLANE - Each of the following three airports are approximately 1 1/2 hours away from our Headquaters Building (located in Bushkill, PA): Lehigh Valley
International Airport, Allentown, PA: 1-888-FLY-LVIA, 610-266-6000 Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport, Avoca, PA: 570-457-3445 Newark International Airport, Newark, NJ: 973-961-6000 CAR - We are located on the border of Pennsylvania and New Jersey (and very
close to the New York border). Approximate distance from several major cities: Philadelphia, PA - 90 miles New York City, NY - 70 miles Newark, NJ - 64 miles Scranton, PA - 53 miles From northern Pennsylvania and New England, connect to Interstate 84, then to Route 209
South (Exit 10) through Milford or (Exit 11) Matamoras to enter the north end of the park. Pick up a map or brochure at the Matamoras, PA I-84 Welcome Center. From southern Pennsylvania and points west, connect to Interstate 80 East; past Stroudsburg take 209 North (Exit
52) to the middle of the park at Bushkill - Visit Bushkill Visitor Center for information and brochures - or cross the I-80 bridge to first exit in New Jersey. Visit Kittatinny Point Visitor Center for information and brochures. From New York City and New Jersey, connect to
Interstate 80 West to the Delaware Water Gap at the south end of the park. Pick up a map and brochure at Kittatinny Point Visitor Center. Routes NJ 15 N and 206 W lead to the north end of the park and Milford, PA. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - Bus, Airplane, Train, Car Rental
and Taxi Services are available near the recreation area: Bus service between New York City and Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, PA stops at Stroudsburg, PA - 4 miles from the Kittatinny Point Visitor Center and 3 miles from the Appalachian Trail at the Gap. Martz Bus Lines: 570-421-3040
Greyhound Bus Service: 1-800-231-2222 Limited seasonal bus service from New York City area to Milford and Matamoras, PA. Regular daily service is provided to Port Jervis, NY. Shortline Bus Service: 1-800-631-8405 Limited daily passenger train service is available from
Hoboken, NJ, to Port Jervis, NY. PATH (subway) connection is available from New York City to Hoboken. MTA Metro-North Railroad: 1-800-638-7646 Limited auto rental and taxi service may be available in Stroudsburg, Milford and Matamoras, PA, and Port Jervis, NY. Weather
& Climate
Summer air temperatures average 75 - 85 degrees F (some days in the 90s) with lows to the 50s. Moderately high humidity. Occasional thunderstorms and dense fog. Water temperatures in summer (May to September) rise from the mid-50s to highs in the mid-70s in
July. Spring and fall climate is variable. Temperatures can drop rapidly after sunset on warm days. Wetsuits may be required for river use. Winter air temperatures (December to March) are frequently below freezing, with numerous snow and ice storms in some years. Water temperatures
drop from the 50s to the 30s by December, with most of the river usually freezing over each winter. Clothing: Always dress in layers. Be prepared for rain and cold weather at any time. Hypothermia is possible, especially on the river, even during the summer. Pack properly for
your river trip. Appropriate, well-fitted shoes are essential for hiking or climbing. Accessibility
Accessible parking, buildings, and restrooms at visitor centers and at Headquarters. Accessible picnic sites at Kittatinny, Depew, and Watergate in New Jersey, and
at Milford Beach, Childs Park, Toms Creek, and Smithfield Beach in Pennsylvania. Brochure on accessibility in the park is available at visitor centers and at Headquarters. Getting Around
The Middle Delaware National Scenic River flows through the heart of Delaware
Water Gap National Recreation Area. Combined, these two areas have property located in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey, including approximately 40 miles of the Delaware River. These areas fall within five counties, three in Pennsylvania (Northampton, Monroe, and Pike) and two
in New Jersey (Warren and Sussex). No public transportation is available within the recreation area. FEES/PERMITS
Activity Fee
RECREATION FEES FOR SOME AREAS
$Varies for One Time
Some park areas, such as boat launches and beaches,
have a user fee. These fees are used to defray certain park operating costs (resource management, infrastructure repair, and maintenance projects, etc.).
CAMPING
Dingmans Campground
Please call for updated dates of operation
This private
campground operates under a permit from the National Park Service, and is located along Route 209 in Dingmans Ferry, PA (just south of the intersection of Route 739 and Route 209).
For More Information on this campground please call 570-828-2266
River Camping
Primitive
camping areas are designated along the river for boaters travelling from one access point to another or when the distance is to great to be covered in one day. Campsites are limited to a one-night stay, and are on a first-come, first-served basis. No permits are required and no
fee is charged. Other regulations apply. For a river map that lists campsites and regulations, call the below number.
For More Information on this campground please call 570-588-2451.
FACILITIES
HEADQUARTERS
Open All Year 8:00 a.m. to 4:30
p.m.
Phone - 570-588-2435
Location - Bushkill, PA - Located on the north side of River Road approximately 1 mile east of the Route 209 intersection (at Fernwood Resort) or approximately 9.5 miles north of I-80.
Closures - Closed on federal holidays.
Closed every Saturday and Sunday. Closed occassionally due to extreme weather or hazardous road conditions.
Available Facilities - Park Headquarters, Administrative Building. Also provides visitor Information, Parking and Restrooms.
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